Arch North East, based in Middlesbrough, offers free, confidential support for people aged 14 and above who have experienced rape, sexual assault or sexual abuse at any time in their lives. They deliver trauma‑informed one-to-one counselling, ISVA advocacy (including for young people, males, BME and survivors trafficked or exploited), pre‑trial therapy, supporter counselling, and a LESA service for practical and emotional support. Services are available face-to-face, online or by phone, and accessible regardless of whether the abuse was reported. They serve Middlesbrough, Stockton, Hartlepool and Redcar & Cleveland.
